Belgian 2de Jagers te Voet Side Cap – WWII Belgian Army Infantry – Rare Bonnet de Police
Original Belgian Army Bonnet de Police (side cap) attributed to the 2de Regiment Jagers te Voet (2nd Foot Chasseurs).
A desirable and increasingly hard-to-find piece of Belgian WWII-era infantry headgear. The cap shows honest period wear and age, with all characteristics consistent with wartime or immediate pre-war manufacture. Condition is exactly as shown in the photos.
The Jagers te Voet were elite light infantry units within the Belgian Army, known for their mobility, discipline, and frontline combat role.
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€130,00
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| Country | Belgium |
|---|---|
| Conflict | World War II |
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Historical Description
The 2de Jagers te Voet was an active Belgian infantry regiment stationed in Charleroi and part of the 5th Infantry Division prior to WWII.
- Mobilized in August 1939 as tensions in Europe escalated
- Reinforced with multiple reserve classes to reach wartime strength
- Played a role in the Belgian Army’s defensive deployment during the German invasion in May 1940
- Like much of the Belgian Army, the regiment was engaged in the rapid and intense fighting of the 18 Days Campaign, ultimately forced to retreat alongside Allied forces
The Jagers te Voet regiments have a long tradition dating back to the 19th century, serving as light infantry specialists within Belgium’s military structure.
Their role in 1940 was critical in delaying actions and defensive operations during the German advance, forming part of Belgium’s frontline resistance before the country’s capitulation.
